(1/3) Judgment to be handed down on Friday, 26 June 2026 at 09h00 : What is the scope of the Constitutional Court’s jurisdiction and power in a referral case under sections 79(4)(b) and 84(2)(c) of the Constitution?
Celebrating World IP Day. We started marking the occasion on Wednesday. This year we highlight Intellectual Property and Sports. Safeguarding your fitness app or sports brand is essential to protect your innovations and ensure the security of your business interests. #WorldIPDay
We all love sports✨
But behind speed, power and extraordinary moments is something fans often overlook: innovation, creativity and intellectual property.
On #WorldIPDay, WIPO Director General Daren Tang reflects on the role of IP in sports ⤵️
More: https://t.co/ILzdMdPaxI
Ready, set, innovate!
This World Intellectual Property Day explores how IP keeps sports moving and celebrates the creators, inventors, and entrepreneurs behind the scenes.
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Statement on the integrity of the Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy
Following revelations that the Draft National Artificial Intelligence Policy published for public comment contains various fictitious sources in its reference list, we initiated internal questions which have now confirmed that this was the case.
This failure is not a mere technical issue but has compromised the integrity and credibility of the draft policy. As such, I am withdrawing the Draft National Artificial intelligence Policy.
South Africans deserve better. The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies did not deliver on the standard that is acceptable for an institution entrusted with the role to lead South Africa ‘s digital policy environment. The most plausible explanation is that AI-generated citations were included without proper verification. This should not have happened.
In fact, this unacceptable lapse proves why vigilant human oversight over the use of artificial intelligence is critical. It’s a lesson we take with humility. I want to reassure the country that we are treating this matter with the gravity it deserves. There will be consequence management for those responsible for drafting and quality assurance.
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@SollyMalatsi Good morning. How does this impact the current process for comments on the draft? Stakeholders are currently mobilizing resources in order to make submissions.
🏃♂️ IP & Sports Series
As we gear up for World Intellectual Property Day 2026 under the theme “IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate,” we kick off our IP & Sports series by exploring the connection between Intellectual Property and sports in Kenya.
#WorldIPDay 26th April 2026